L'instant pour homme different enough from L'instant extreme?

I'm really loving the EDP of this. Just wondering if the EDT is worth having. I have ordered samples 2 times but 1 was cancled on me because they said they were out of stock, the other arrived in the womens version. No luck with the sample.

Re: L'instant pour homme different enough from L'instant extreme?

Yes there is, the EDT you get a blast of citrus and a hint of grapefruit at the top, from there the anise and cocoa comes forward leading to a warm almost creamy drydown. With the EDP the Cocoa comes forth immediately with the citrus staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are both terrific with the EdT as well (8-10 hours) If you love the EDP your going to love the EdT.

Re: L'instant pour homme different enough from L'instant extreme?

No... I think checker hit the nail on the head... the cocoa note is basically the same but MUCH more pronounced in the EDP. The EDT has a blast of citrus in the beginning... I actually prefer the EDT b/c it is more wearable as an every day cologne.

I like both but agree with comments that the Extreme version is more suited to evenings than a day at the office. Very sumptious and luxurious-feeling. Like wearing a tux to work. That said, I like wearing it around Xmas, it is quite 'suited' to the festive period

Re: L'instant pour homme different enough from L'instant extreme?

Originally Posted by nen

No... I think checker hit the nail on the head... the cocoa note is basically the same but MUCH more pronounced in the EDP. The EDT has a blast of citrus in the beginning... I actually prefer the EDT b/c it is more wearable as an every day cologne.

100% agree here, the EDT is certainly more versatile than the EDP. You can get away with wearing the EDT even during summer evenings...thanks to the fresh top notes. Regarding the EDP, I would only wear this during the fall and winter months. Both masterpieces and both worth owning...

Re: L'instant pour homme different enough from L'instant extreme?

You guys just had to put me back on the fence didn't you! Just when I felt I was being responsible by not adding another bottle. The arm twisting around here is rediculious. Now where did I put that credit card my wife doesn't know about?

Re: L'instant pour homme different enough from L'instant extreme?

Originally Posted by nen

No... I think checker hit the nail on the head... the cocoa note is basically the same but MUCH more pronounced in the EDP. The EDT has a blast of citrus in the beginning... I actually prefer the EDT b/c it is more wearable as an every day cologne.

Pretty much agree here...
On the other side, EDP version was (on my skin) too anisey and chocolaty, almost a little feminine...I would even say (against majority on this) that I love EDT and half-like EDP (I wouldn't mind it as a gift, but certainly not keep it too long around)

"I love fragrances because they provide a sheer endless variety: there is a scent for every occasion, mood or feeling. Standing before my collection in the morning matching a perfume to my needs is one of the most enjoyable things in my day"...I don't want to miss that...